Excellent
#216 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 9% in state
Maple Place Middle School
Middle School · Oceanport School District
MAPLE PLACE 2 MAPLE PLACE, Oceanport, NJ 07757
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#216 of 2,466
In Oceanport
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Oceanport School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Maple Place Middle School
Maple Place Middle School is a public middle school in Oceanport, NJ, part of Oceanport School District. Maple Place Middle School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Place Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Maple Place Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Maple Place Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Maple Place Middle School — Students at Maple Place Middle School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Maple Place Middle School Compares
See how Maple Place Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
MAPLE PLACE 2 MAPLE PLACE, Oceanport, NJ 07757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maple Place Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Markham Place School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frank Antonides School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Long Branch), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Long Branch Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oceanport, see our Oceanport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gregory Elementary School Long Branch | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Morris Avenue Elementry School Long Branch | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center Long Branch | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Monmouth Beach Elementary School Monmouth Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Wolf Hill School Oceanport | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Shore Regional High School West Long Branch | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Long Branch Middle School Long Branch | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Long Branch High School Long Branch | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy of Law & Public Safety Long Branch | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Long Branch | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver | 2.1 mi | — |
| Meadowbrook Eatontown | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Markham Place School Little Silver | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,196
Median Home Value
$685,800
Median Rent
$1,310/mo
Population
6,130
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
93.5%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
48.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community Middle School Bound Brook, NJ | 8.4 |
| Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington, NJ | 8.4 |
| Union Township Middle School Hampton, NJ | 8.4 |
| Demarest Middle School Demarest, NJ | 8.3 |
| Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ | 8.5 |
| High Mountain School North Haledon, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maple Place Middle School
What grades does Maple Place Middle School serve?
Maple Place Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Maple Place Middle School?
Maple Place Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Place Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maple Place Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maple Place Middle School rank in NJ?
Maple Place Middle School ranks #216 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Maple Place Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maple Place Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Maple Place Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Place Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maple Place Middle School a charter school?
No, Maple Place Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maple Place Middle School a Title I school?
No, Maple Place Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Place Middle School?
5.5% of students at Maple Place Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (732) 229-0267
Resources & Links
District
Oceanport School District- District Enrollment
- 570
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,120
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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